Novel Writing in 30 Days: Tips, Tricks, and Creative Writing Know-How (FLEX)
Have you ever wanted to write a novel? Have you heard of NaNoWriMo or Camp NaNo, writing that novel in 30 days? Let's do it! Let's learn to write our first draft of a novel together!
Candice Catoire
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(83)
What's included
Homework
1-2 hours per week. Progress on their stories will be the homework for this class.Class Experience
US Grade 7 - 10
When it comes to writing - especially if you have a goal to write a novel, and do so in a month - accountability, techniques, tools, and tips are key. This class offers all of that and more. Each week, we will focus on different elements that will help us write a novel in a month - and this class will correspond with traditional NaNo months: April, July, and November Week one: Intro to Novel Writing, time management for attempting to write in a month Week two: Check in, accountability, creative writing basics Week three: Check in, tools and techniques of creative writing Week four: Check in, final thoughts As a 3 time participant in NaNo, I will be walking students through how to work out a novel in 30 days. The class will meet and interact through the Outschool platform. Students will be able to meet with the teacher in the classroom and by email, and interact with the other students in the classroom. This is where they will be able to comment on each others' projects, and ask each other questions, as well as answer the discussion questions. The teacher will be available throughout the week for questions/concerns/extra support.
Learning Goals
Students will expand their understanding of various aspects of storytelling for novels. We will be discussing basic tips for prewriting, drafting, other tips and tricks of creative writing, including characters and world building, as well as have accountability to keep working on our novels.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
While I do not plan on focusing on any mature material - this is a creative writing class. As such, we will discuss different kinds of literature, different literary stories, different characters, and student stories. I do tailor some of my responses to the students' interests. The stories discussed may include: violence, death, and mystery or other topics of sensitive natures. None of these issues will be the focus, but they may show up in the class in themes of stories. If you have a learner on the younger range of the class, and have more questions, please do not hesitate to ask any questions you may have.
Supply List
A way to write their story/novel (computer or pen/paper).
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined November, 2019
4.8
83reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I am a 3 time NaNo participant. Also - outside of my former job as a therapist/teacher - I am an author, blogger, and editor. I have over 10 years I've gained experience and connections in the field of writing and publishing. My works include fiction and non fiction. I have such a huge passion for writing, reading, and story in general.Reviews
Live Group Class
$12
weekly or $45 for 4 weeks4 weeks
Completed by 16 learners
No live video meetings
Ages: 12-17
